Pardon my Frenchie. The French Bulldog still has the hearts of dog owners — but another breed is slowly winning people over, according to a report from the American Kennel Club. For the third straight year, the French Bulldog has taken the No. 1 spot as the most popular dog breed in the United States. … Read more
Meet the monkey who befriended a dog and loves to cuddle and watch movies with his owner. Michael Robison, 45, rescued Winston four years ago after authorities busted an illegal animal broker. Michael is the founder of SPARTN Sanctuary, a rescue and rehabilitation center for primates, where he has taken in 10 spider monkeys. Among … Read more
Who’s a pricey pooch? The world’s most expensive — and unique — dog has sold for a fetching $5.7 million. Being the first of its kind, this is pooch is a cross between an actual wolf and a Caucasian Shepherd — which can sound like a sci-fi movie plot. An Indian dog enthusiast barked up … Read more
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa’s two surviving dogs have been separated in the wake of the couple’s tragic deaths. Joey Padilla, the owner of dog day care center Santa Fe Tails, told the Daily Mail on Tuesday that Bear, a German Shepherd, and Nikita, an Akita-shepherd mix, have been sent to new homes. Gene Hackman … Read more
Get in, loser, we’re going to the dog park. An old school bus has transformed into a doggie day care transport van that takes excited pups outside for play time and socializing — and it has captured the hearts of millions online. K9 Konvoy, which boasts over 981,000 followers on TikTok, operates out of the small … Read more
It’s been ruff for the nation’s most unwanted dog — but she finally found her forever home. When Mia the Dutch Shepherd was rescued by UK inspectors of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) in October 2019, she was just nine days old. The “sweet” pup, available for rehoming since … Read more
It’s Babydog’s big moment. The chunky English bulldog of US Sen. Jim Justice (R-West Virginia) had her first official government portrait snapped, according to her social media. The 60-pound, tan-and-white pet pooch named Babydog can be seen with her pink tongue poking out over her tiny teeth in the picture, which bears the American and … Read more
A young woman’s dog was the first to detect her deadly breast cancer. In June 2023, Breanna Bortner, then 30, noticed her cockapoo Mochi became fixated on her right breast; sniffing, pawing and burrowing into the area. Stranger still, her sister-in-law’s cockapoo Gunner exhibited the same behavior. Mochi’s insistence was the canine catalyst for seeking … Read more
It appears the tall tale that all cats have nine lives may be true for a California Maine coon named Aggie. The beloved feline was feared dead for two months after the Palisades wildfire in Los Angeles left her family’s home in ashes. But her owner, 82-year-old Katherine Kiefer, held out some hope. Katherine Kiefer … Read more
People with pets often credit their furbabies with providing a massive boost to their mental health. Around 69% of pet owners say they help them reduce stress and anxiety, 69% believe they provide unconditional love, and 66% view them as a calming presence in their lives, according to a 2023 report by the American Psychiatric … Read more
One night shortly before the Oscars ceremony, my boyfriend decided to catch up on “Flow,” the animated film from Latvia that would go on to win best animated feature. When I returned home from dinner, I found that the film had also captured the attention of another viewer — my dog Daisy, a corgi mix. … Read more
A woman who heard strange sounds behind her wall was tab-bergasted after discovering that there was a cat trapped behind her wall. She detailed the barricaded gerbil-chaser’s rescue in a TikTok video with over 6.6 million views. The claws-strophobic clip showed homeowner Lacy Day and several men cutting away a square panel of plasterboard to … Read more
It was a canine Christmas miracle. A Florida family was reunited with their lost dog on Christmas Eve — the paw-fect present they could receive this holiday season. German Shepherd mix Athena was missing for nine days, but on Dec. 24, her family heard their doorbell ring — and it was the resourceful pooch. German … Read more
The death of an Oregon house cat and a pet food recall are raising questions about the ongoing outbreak of bird flu and how people can protect their pets. Bird flu has been spreading for years in wild birds, chickens, turkeys and many other animals. It was first confirmed in U.S. dairy cattle in March. The virus has been … Read more
Would you prefer to lose your hair or lose your pet? A doctor is sounding the alarm over the dangers of the topical version of hair-loss medication minoxidil, saying residue on your hands could prove deadly to your dog or cat. Dr Joe Whittington, who boasts more than 2 million followers on TikTok, made a video PSA … Read more
Meet Jabba the Mutt. An obese dog weighing more than 140 pounds was checked into fat camp — but the husky hound was so gargantuan that he could barely get out of the car, as seen in a viral clip. The plus-size pooch, named Misha, is a former guard dog who had been charged with … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My best friend of 60 years lost her husband 13 years ago. She has one son, who is successful and busy with his young family. They try to include her in various family gatherings, but she always has an excuse as to why she can’t attend — she doesn’t drive at night, doesn’t … Read more
Talk about a ruff flight. A Delta passenger was barking mad after being forced to give up their plush first class seat for a fellow traveler — and downright furious to discover that the lucky VIP was a dog. “I got upgraded to first this morning, only to 15 mins later get downgraded (to a worst … Read more
Maybe sharing isn’t caring. Slipping your pet some food from the dinner table at Christmas might seem harmless for Fido, but that well-intentioned treat could be hazardous to their health. Ahead of the holidays, pet experts are warning owners of the risky foods for dogs, from common ingredients to seasonal dishes. Despite begging for leftovers … Read more
Smile — you’re on camera. Doorbell cameras have become a part of daily life for many Americans, letting us watch our homes from the inside and out — no matter we are. And much of the time, according to Ring, one of these security services, what’s captured can be downright hilarious — and even touching. From animals both … Read more